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Replace

NOTE: Before replacing a cylinder block, determine if it is serviceable. If so, make the necessary service.

ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT
Disassembly
1. Mount the engine in a work stand and remove all parts not furnished with the new cylinder block, following the procedures in removal and installation.
2. Remove the four cylinder head to block dowels and the cylinder block drain plugs.
3. Remove the used cylinder block from the work stand.

Assembly
1. Clean the gasket and seal surfaces of all serviceable parts and assemblies.
2. Position the new cylinder block in a work stand and install the cylinder head to block dowels and block cylinder drain plugs.
3. Transfer all serviceable parts removed from the used cylinder block, following the proper procedures.
4. Check all assembly clearances and correct as necessary.

CYLINDER BLOCK (BARE) REPLACEMENT
Disassembly
1. Completely disassemble the used engine, following the proper procedures.
2. Remember to ridge ream the cylinder bores before removing pistons.
3. Remove the cylinder head to block dowels and the cylinder block drain plugs.

Assembly

1. Clean the gasket and seal surfaces of all serviceable parts and assemblies.
2. Position the new cylinder block in a work stand and install the cylinder head to block dowels and the cylinder block drain plugs.
3. Transfer all serviceable parts removed from the used cylinder block, following the proper procedures.
4. Check all assembly clearances and correct as necessary.